What's New in Playnite 9 (Visual Showcase)

spineduke · (This post was last modified: 10-15-2021, 01:52 PM by spineduke.)

Hi all!

I prepared this as a visual primer for newcomers and veterans who aren't sure what Playnite 9 brings to the table. There are more changes that go beyond what's shown here, but this is a good place to start!

NEW: Add-On panel

Manage your existing addons, themes, library integrations and metadata sources.
Change and tweak settings for your add-ons.
Find and install new addons and themes for your use directly from the client.

NEW: Filter Controls that can be customized and saved for one click access

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NEW: Top level menu row that can be customized to your liking - access your sorting, grouping, display options.

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NEW: Grouping in Grid View - Similar as how groups worked in List and Detail views, now also available in Grid mode!

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NEW: Add your own custom Play actions, launch custom mods, scripts, manuals, etc.

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NEW: Reworked emulation support - with the ability to scan folders and add new games automatically!

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NEW: Fullscreen improvements

Audio feedback and background sound support in Fullscreen mode
Improved mouse and keyboard navigation
Custom Filters available on top menu

NEW: Additional Fullscreen options, to manage inputs, fonts, audio directly from fullscreen mode.

Change font sizes
Hide items
Hide mouse cursor
Option to not minimize Fullscreen app after starting a game
Swap X/A button

NEW: Resolution sizes in metadata downloads

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NEW: Custom Completion Status fields now available.

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